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The Modern Honolulu vs Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort

Both properties are rated highly by writers. On balance, The Modern Honolulu ranks slightly higher than Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. The Modern Honolulu ranks #17 in Hawaii with accolades from 12 publications including Afar Magazine, Mr & Mrs Smith and Jetsetter.

The Modern Honolulu
The Modern Honolulu
8 / 10
1775 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $219 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"Opened in October 2010, the first of Ian Schrager's Edition concept hotels (for Marriott) is predictably pretentious, but dazzles."
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Ask for a corner double with views of the property's two pools and part of the beach.
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"The hipsters of Honolulu were clamoring for a new hangout, and the arrival of this Ian Schrager-designed hotel answered their call." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Gen Xers will immediately feel at home in this edgy hotel with an eye to slick design." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A non-beach location next to Waikiki’s Yacht Harbor hasn’t stopped The Modern Honolulu from exuding an oceanfront sensibility." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Since its transition, this place has proven that there is a place in Waikiki for a hotel dedicated to forward urban design and adult entertainment." Full review
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Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
8 / 10
2169 Kalia Rd., Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815
From $209 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"What had been a plain but pleasant oceanfront bargain now offers polished elegance in keeping with its prime location." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"In short, one of the best Waikiki choices in its price range." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Looking sharp after a recent remodel, this Outrigger eschews the hoity-toity attitudes of its higher-priced beachfront neighbors." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"With direct access to Waikiki Beach, the Outrigger Reef on the Beach resort has a decidedly Hawaiian feel." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Located right on the beach near Ft. DeRussy, this hotel’s highlights are a swimming pool, nightly Hawaiian entertainment, and the oceanside Serenity Spa."
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